Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure using Cisco technologies.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for complex network issues across LAN, WAN, wireless, and data center environments.
- Configure and support Cisco routing and switching platforms including Catalyst and Nexus.
- Deploy and manage Cisco wireless networking solutions, including controllers and access points.
- Implement and manage Cisco DNA Center for network automation, provisioning, and assurance.
- Manage and support Palo Alto (PAN) firewalls and Cisco Firepower firewalls.
- Manage and optimize network performance, capacity, and reliability.
- Implement and maintain network security best practices including segmentation, access control, and secure connectivity.
- Support VPNs, firewalls, and remote access technologies across enterprise environments.
- Participate in network architecture planning and infrastructure upgrades.
- Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity systems, and application teams to ensure secure and reliable connectivity.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior network engineers.
- Participate in on-call rotation and incident response for critical network outages.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve network performance, security, and scalability.
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise networks.
- Strong expertise with Cisco networking technologies including:
- Cisco Catalyst switching
- Cisco Nexus data center switching
WAN routers
- Experience with enterprise firewall platforms, including:
- Palo Alto (PAN) firewalls
- Cisco Firepower firewalls
Experience managing Cisco wireless networking environments.
Experience working with Cisco DNA Center for network automation and management.
Deep knowledge of:
- Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
- VLANs, STP, and Layer 2/Layer 3 design
- High availability technologies (HSRP, VRRP, vPC)
- Network segmentation and security best practices
Experience with VPN technologies (site-to-site and remote access).
Strong troubleshooting and network analysis skills.
Experience with network monitoring and management tools.
Ability to work in complex, high-availability environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Active Cisco certifications such as CCNP or CCIE.
- Experience with Nexus Dashboard or SD-WAN solutions.
- Familiarity with network automation using Python, Ansible, or APIs.
- Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- Experience integrating network infrastructure with security and identity platforms.
